February 1: What Happened on This Day in History
February 1st marks the 32nd day of the Gregorian calendar year. There are 333 days (334 in case of leap years) remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on February 1st in history, famous birthdays on February 1st, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to February 1.
What happened on February 1?
Here's what happened on February 1st in history:
- 2008: In Baghdad, Iraq, two coordinated suicide bombers launched a devastating attack on a central market, killing 72 civilians and wounding an additional 149 people, highlighting the ongoing violence during the Iraq War.
- 2006: Dick Brooks, an American auto racer who was born in 1942, passed away.
- 1994: Russian athlete Irina Privalova sets a remarkable world record in the 50-meter indoor sprint, completing the distance in an incredible 6.03 seconds, showcasing exceptional speed and athletic prowess.
- 1990: Nintendo officially launched Super Mario Bros. 3 for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) in the United States, marking a significant milestone in video game history. The game, developed by Nintendo's legendary game designer Shigeru Miyamoto, introduced innovative gameplay mechanics and became one of the best-selling video games of its era, further solidifying Mario's status as a global pop culture icon.
- 1987: The American Football Conference (AFC) defeats the National Football Conference (NFC) in the annual Pro Bowl with a score of 10-6, showcasing top NFL talent in a post-season exhibition game.
- 1985: Dean Shiels, a professional football player from Northern Ireland, was noted in the records on this date, representing the sporting talent from the region.
- 1983: The Soviet Union conducted an underground nuclear test at a remote testing site, continuing its nuclear weapons development program during the Cold War era. This test was part of the ongoing nuclear arms race between the USSR and the United States, demonstrating the Soviet Union's technological and military capabilities.
- 1978: Harriet Tubman becomes the first Black woman to be featured on a United States postage stamp, recognizing her significant contributions to the Underground Railroad and the abolitionist movement during the 19th century.
- 1977: A severe winter storm struck New England, causing catastrophic conditions that resulted in 100 fatalities. The blizzard brought extreme cold temperatures, heavy snowfall, and dangerous wind conditions that overwhelmed local infrastructure and rescue capabilities.
- 1975: 'Men on the Moon' closed at the Little Theater in New York City after a brief run of just 5 performances.
What famous birthdays are on February 1?
On February 1st there are the following famous birthdays:
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Clark Gable (1901)Legendary Hollywood actor known as 'the king of Hollywood', Clark Gable was a prominent male star who won an Oscar for 'It Happened One...
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Renata Tebaldi (1922)Renata Tebaldi was a legendary Italian operatic soprano renowned for her exceptional vocal range and beautiful timbre.
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Terry Jones (1942)Renowned British comedian, writer, and medieval historian, best known as a key member of the legendary Monty Python comedy troupe.
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Ronda Rousey (1987)Pioneering female mixed martial artist who revolutionized women's UFC and became an Olympic medalist in judo.
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Rick James (1948)Legendary funk and R&B singer known for hits like 'Super Freak' and his influential role in 1980s music.
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Michael C. Hall (1971)Michael C. Hall is a renowned American actor famous for his critically acclaimed roles in 'Six Feet Under' and 'Dexter', two groundbreaking...
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Sherman Hemsley (1938)Sherman Hemsley was a prominent African American actor famous for his iconic role as George Jefferson in the groundbreaking sitcoms 'All in...
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Big Boi (1975)American rapper and musician, member of the influential hip-hop duo Outkast, known for groundbreaking albums like 'Stankonia' and hit...
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Brandon Lee (1965)Brandon Lee was an American actor and martial artist, son of Bruce Lee, tragically killed during the filming of 'The Crow' in 1993 due to an...
How to check someone's birthday?
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Who died on February 1?
On February 1st the following celebrities died:
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Maximilian Schell (2014)Maximilian Schell was an acclaimed Austrian-Swiss actor, director, and producer who won an Academy Award for Best Actor in 1961 for his...
![Heather O'Rourke]()
Heather O'Rourke (1988)Famous child actress best known for her role in the Poltergeist film series, who tragically died at a young age of 12 due to medical...
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Hildegard Knef (2002)Renowned German actress who appeared in 56 films by 1978, including the notable film 'Fedora'.
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John Vernon (2005)Canadian actor known for memorable roles in classic films like 'Animal House', 'Dirty Harry', and 'Chained Heat'.
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- Werner Heisenberg (1976)
Werner Heisenberg was a renowned German physicist who won the Nobel Prize in Physics for his groundbreaking work in quantum mechanics,...
- George Stokes (1903)
Developed the Navier-Stokes equations, which describe the motion of viscous fluid substances.
- Rick Husband (2003)
NASA astronaut and Space Shuttle Columbia commander who tragically died during the spacecraft's catastrophic reentry on February 2, 2003.
- Herb Caen (1997)
Legendary San Francisco Chronicle columnist who chronicled the city's culture, politics, and social life for over five decades, becoming an...
What day of the year is February 1?
February 1st marks the 32nd day of the year in the Gregorian calendar.
There are 333 days remaining until the end of the year (or 334 days in case of leap years).
February 1st is the 1st day of the month of February.
What zodiac sign is associated with the day February 1?
The zodiac sign associated with February 1st is Aquarius according to the Western Zodiac.
